Safety Coordinator

Safety Compliance Manager

Salary range: $56,102.54 - $85,841.60

Essential Job Functions:

Works under the direction of the Division Safety Compliance Manager to implement, monitor, and maintain the City's compliance with the Tennessee Office of Safety and Health Administration (TOSHA) and Federal Office of Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations within assigned Public Works operations and locations throughout the City of Memphis. Conducts weekly inspections of facilities, equipment and procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state and local health and safety regulations in accordance with workplace safety standards required by law and City guidelines. Evaluates, inspects and observes workplace environments to ensure proper fire prevention, safety, and first-aid equipment and supplies as well as combustible and other hazardous materials are properly used and stored. Investigates health-related complaints by inspecting the adequacy of ventilation, exhaust equipment, lighting and other equipment that could affect employee health, comfort, or performance in accordance with regulations. Develops and maintains safety plans, policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment. Conducts employee safety training on general safety rules and department-specific procedures. Regularly assesses workplace conditions, reviews records and investigates incidents to identify potential hazards and ensure adherence to regulations. Analyzes job safety data, OJI trends and inspection reports to develop methods to predict possible hazards and devise preventive measures. Responds to emergency situations and assists in the investigation of accidents to determine possible unsafe working conditions or practices. Analyzes loss information to determine trends and causes of accidents and recommends to management suspension of activities posing a threat to workers and/or corrective actions as needed. Reviews and recommends revisions to workplace safety policies and procedures. Maintains current knowledge of State and Federal regulations in addition to safety trends, issues and equipment. Provides guidance and support to supervisors and employees on safety matters. Exercises immediate authority to shut down machinery, processes or an entire work area when imminent danger is observed. Accesses City of Memphis operational records and personnel as necessary to verify compliance. Directs corrective actions and may restrict non-compliant personnel or contractors from the site.

Other Functions:

1. Performs additional functions (essential or otherwise) which may be assigned.

Physical Demands:

Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with Division Directors, OSHA coordinators, employees, and TOSHA Inspectors. Must be able to make oral/visual presentations to large and small groups in a variety of environments. Requires the use of general office equipment such as personal computers and telephones. Requires lifting objects weighing up to 35 lbs. such as various equipment, traversing uneven ground, bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing, reaching above head, etc. in examining machinery. Specialized protective and safety equipment may be required for some projects. Requires the ability to drive to various work sites throughout the City.

Working Conditions:

Work is performed in an office environment and on various work sites including exposure to dust, fumes, odors, noise, heat and all types of weather conditions.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Industrial Hygiene, Engineering, or a related field and five (5) years' experience in industrial safety, occupational safety or a closely related field; or any combination of experience and training which enables one to perform the essential job functions. Experience with OSHA and TOSHA required. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license as a condition of continued employment. Certified Safety Professional and OSHA General Industry Certification preferred. Certification as an Instructor in various areas of Occupational Safety preferred.